Botanical Name: Caladium bicolor ‘Gingerland’

Common Name: Fancy-Leaf Caladium

Hardiness Zone: Perennial in Warm Regions (USDA Zones 9–11); Grown as an Annual Elsewhere

Size: 12–18" Tall × 12–18" Spread

Growth Habit: Upright, Clump-Forming Habit

Sunlight: Partial Shade to Full Shade (Tolerates Morning Sun)

Soil: Prefers Moist, Well-Drained, Organic-Rich Soil

Water Needs: Moderate; Consistent Moisture for Best Growth

Bloom Season: Grown for Foliage (Spring through Fall)

Fertilizer: Light, Regular Feeding During Active Growth

Features: White Leaves with Green Margins and Red Freckling, Classic Fancy-Leaf Shape, Excellent Shade Color

Uses: Ideal for Shade Gardens, Containers, Borders, Underplantings, and Woodland Gardens

Patent: ❌ Not Patented

Propagation: ✔ Propagation Allowed

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More About Caladium ‘Gingerland’

Caladium ‘Gingerland’ has always been one of those Caladiums that feels effortlessly elegant. The large, heart-shaped leaves are bright white at the center, edged softly in green, and sprinkled with tiny red speckles that give it a little personality without being loud. In shaded areas where color can be hard to come by, ‘Gingerland’ brings a clean, luminous look that instantly lifts the space.

What I appreciate most about this caladium is how easy it is to design with. The coloring is light and refined, so it blends naturally with other shade plants instead of competing with them. I often use it to brighten darker beds, soften the edges of shaded paths, or bring contrast into containers where deeper greens and bolder foliage need a visual break.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our trials, ‘Gingerland’ has been consistently reliable in both shade and partial shade. It emerges evenly once soils warm, develops strong, well-shaped foliage, and holds its color beautifully throughout the season. We’ve seen very little stretching or floppiness, even as the plants mature.

From a practical standpoint, it’s incredibly versatile. I’ve used ‘Gingerland’ as a focal point in containers, massed it under trees, and paired it with darker caladiums, ferns, and hostas for contrast—and it always looks intentional. Given steady moisture and warm soil, it delivers a long season of impact without demanding extra attention, which is exactly what I want from a caladium.

Caladium ‘Gingerland’ vs. Other Caladiums

Gingerland reads cleaner, lighter, and more refined compared its closest speckled counterpart  Miss Muffet. While Miss Muffet leans chartreuse with bold burgundy spotting, Gingerland’s creamy white base with fine red freckles feels softer and more elegant, especially in shaded or filtered-light settings. Against solid pink varieties like Carolyn Whorton, Gingerland provides contrast without competition, adding texture and intrigue rather than dominating the color palette.

When evaluated next to Moonlight and Tapestry, Gingerland Caladiums sit squarely in the middle of the visual spectrum. It offers more character than a pure white caladium but far less complexity than Tapestry’s layered coloration. This balance makes Gingerland exceptionally versatile—it can serve as a subtle thriller, a background plant, or a connective element that ties brighter colors together without overwhelming the composition.